COLAs Are Crucial for Seniors in 2025 In the 2025 economy, the topic of Cost-of-Living-Adjustments (COLAs) is as popular as ever. Social Security recipients always have some interest in this…
This is Part 1 of our 3-part series on taxes in retirement. For Part 2, click here, and for Part 3, click here. Recently, retirees have been flooded with claims…
It's no secret that Social Security loses value over time. Inflation and other economic factors have diminished the value of the dollar, and in turn, the value of Social Security…
The latest forecast for the 2026 Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) has inched up to 2.5 percent—just enough to match last year’s increase. For many retirees, that would mean roughly…
So far in 2025, Social Security benefit claims are up by 13 percent from last year. This equates to about 276,000 new applications, with many more likely to follow. What's…
As readers of NORA will know, delays from the Social Security Administration (SSA) have been an issue for years. Managing the needs of a program this large is understandably difficult.…
In recent years, the Social Security Administration (SSA) updated its approach to recovering overpayments, making several key adjustments. Initially, it eased the financial pressure on recipients by lowering the default…
Why are higher COLAs in higher demand than ever? Because in recent years, the rising cost of living has been a significant concern for retirees. Many seniors rely on fixed…
When a person works hard throughout their life, it's fair to say they've earned retirement. However, depending on what sector you work in, you may have found that your benefits…
Social Security cost-of-living adjustments, known as COLAs, are supposed to help seniors keep up with inflation, but recent benefit adjustments haven’t been enough to match the rising costs of essentials…